As models based in artificial intelligence increase in sophistication, there is a higher demand for the integration of hardware components to heighten real-world implementations. Both facial feature tracking and shape-from-focus are known techniques in computer vision. However, the combination of these two elements, particularly in a cost-effective configuration, has not been extensively explored. In this…

The rapid evolution of global technologies and industrial restructuring demands innovative pedagogical approaches to foster interdisciplinary engineering expertise. This research pioneers a blended instructional framework anchored in micro-topic pedagogy under the New Engineering Education (NEE) paradigm, orchestrating case studies, heuristic scaffolding, and research-driven inquiry strategies within digitally augmented learning ecosystems. A quasi-experimental study was conducted…

The importance of MMF space harmonics in squirrel-cage induction motors has been recognized in the literature since the beginning. Their details have been analyzed over the years, but only partly systematized. In this article, however, not only the origin and the entire system of that harmonics are described, but also their interaction causing the asynchronous…

In regions like the African equatorial region, where ground-based sensors like ionosondes and incoherent scatter radars are limited, satellite-based radio occultation (RO) observations offer a new alternative for ionospheric data collecting and optimization. Using RO measurements from the mostly newly launched COSMIC-2 (Constellation Observing System for Meteorology, Ionosphere, and Climate-2) mission, hence, the equatorial Africa,…

Understanding and responding to customer feedback is critical for business success. Customer response data offers valuable insights into preferences, behaviours, and sentiment. By analysing this data, businesses can optimize strategies, enhance customer experiences, and drive growth. Many analysis have been conducted in this field, while the review covers a broad range of AI and ML…

Persistent anomalies in modern photovoltaic (PV) systems present a formidable challenge, impeding optimal power output and system resilience. Artificial Intelligence (AI) has surfaced as a game-changing solution, yet existing research has merely scratched the surface of solar panel prognosis, leaving a critical void in leveraging AI’s explainable nature and active learning capabilities. This pioneering study…

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is reshaping the global shipbuilding sector, yet existing maturity models fail to capture the domain-specific complexities of this capital-intensive industry. This study reviews over 50 AI maturity models and introduces a specialized framework tailored for shipbuilding. The proposed model outlines four progressive stages—Beginner, Innovation, Integration, and Expert—across eight key dimensions: culture, resilience,…

This study aims to examine the impact of Gen AI utilization on students’ visual literacy skills using a quantitative approach and data instruments in the form of post-test scores of the control class and experimental class which are analyzed to measure the effectiveness of GEN AI in improving students’ visual literacy skills at four universities.…

The purpose of this paper is to explore the feasibility and development trend of utilizing smart medical technology for chronic disease health management in older people in the context of ageing at home. As the ageing society intensifies, the elderly population faces multiple health challenges, especially the management of chronic diseases. This paper analyzes the…

Natural language processing (NLP) techniques have transformed a number of tasks in the modern age of information explosion where millions of gigabytes of data are generated every day. Despite achieving state-of-the-art performance in high-resource languages, current techniques struggle with processing under-resourced languages which are characterized by data scarcity, linguistic diversity, computational limitations, ambiguity of language…

The most challenging task in daily life of blind individuals is navigating outdoors. In this context, we are introducing and describing a navigation system that will provide two important tasks for blind individuals. Initially, the system will suggest the least stressful route for the blind to navigate among the various possible paths between a starting…

This article enhances discussions on Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) and prompt engineering by exploring critical pitfalls and industry-specific advantages. It begins with a foundational overview of AI evolution, emphasizing how generative models such as GANs, VAEs, and Transformers have revolutionized language processing, image generation, and drug discovery. Prompt engineering is highlighted as a key methodology…

Skewing of the rotor slot of a squirrel-cage induction machine has been commonly used since the beginning. However, little guidance is given regarding the principle of the working effect of the method, but even in such rare cases, the explanation does not cover the true physical reality. Consequently no formula exists for calculation of the…

The rapid expansion of digital universities across Africa addresses the need for scalable higher education solutions, but challenges such as limited physical infrastructure and high dropout rates persist. In digital learning environments, effective interaction with educational content is crucial for student success. This article explores the transformative role of chatbots integrated into digital university platforms,…

A lightning detection system based on a large-diameter Rogowski coil and an analog integrator was developed for wind turbine applications and is presented in this paper. To accurately detect lightning current, the Rogowski coil was designed with a lower cutoff frequency of 0.1 Hz. The analog integrator, comprising an inverting active integrator, and an amplifier,…

Deep Neural Networks (DNNs) prove to be susceptible to synthetically generated samples, so-called adversarial examples. Such adversarial examples aim at generating misclassifications by specifically optimizing input data for a matching perturbation. With the increasing use of deep learning on embedded devices and the resulting use of quantization techniques to compress deep neural networks, it is…

This study proposes the Value Karuta (VK), an application of the traditional Japanese card game karuta. Its goal is to contribute to the understanding of value, which is the first principle of lean management. After stating the problems of lean management and the specifications of VK, this paper confirms the validity of the proposal by…

As society ages, the imbalance between family caregivers and elderly individuals increases, leading to inadequate support for seniors in many regions. This situation has ignited interest in automatic health monitoring systems, particularly in fall detection, due to the significant health risks that falls pose to older adults. This research presents a vision-based fall detection system…

The integration of machine learning techniques in industrial production has the potential to revolutionize traditional manufacturing processes. In this study, we examine the efficacy of gradient-boosting machine learning models, specifically focusing on feature engineering techniques, applied to a novel dataset with 3D product models pertaining to work moan-hours in metal sheet stamping projects, framed as…

In recent years, the utilization of tangible educational materials has attracted attention on educational settings. They provide hands-on learning experiences for beginners. This trend is especially notable in the field of programming education. Such educational materials are employed in many institutions worldwide. They liberate learners of programming from programming languages that are confined in a…

This manuscript offers an in-depth analysis of Explainable Artificial Intelligence (XAI), em- phasizing its crucial role in developing transparent and ethically compliant AI systems. It traces AI’s evolution from basic algorithms to complex systems capable of autonomous de- cisions with self-explanation. The paper distinguishes between explainability—making AI decision processes understandable to humans—and interpretability, which provides…

Insufficient information is often pointed out as one of the main problems with bug reports as most bugs are reported manually, they lack detailed information describing steps to reproduce the unexpected behavior, leading to increased time and effort for developers to reproduce and fix bugs. Current bug reporting systems lack support for self-hosted systems that…

SME big data maturity models will be reviewed in this study to identify systematic publications related to the subject. For SMEs to remain competitive, digitalization is essential. Due to limited resources, SMEs need to be more proactive in digitalization. Still, the benefits, such as operational efficiency, cost reduction, quality improvement, and innovative culture, make digitalization…

In this paper, we will discuss two algorithms to solve the so-called package design problem, by which a set of queries (referred to as a query log) is represented by a collection of bit strings with each indicating the favourite activities or items of customers. For such a query log, we are required to design…

This paper presents a system that combines speech and pointing gestures along with four distinct hand gestures to precisely identify both the object of interest and parameters for robotic tasks. We utilized skeleton landmarks to detect pointing gestures and determine their direction, while a pre-trained model, trained on 21 hand landmarks from 2D images, was…